Trump Alleges “Triple Sabotage” at United Nations After Escalator, Teleprompter, and Sound Failures
In his latest General Assembly address, former President Donald Trump accused the UN of “triple sabotage” against him. Trump claims that an escalator stopped, his teleprompter failed, and audio troubles made parts of his speech inaudible, which he planned.
He and First Lady Melania’s escalator stuck mid-way into the U.N. headquarters. Trump demanded that all security footage be saved and that anyone responsible be arrested after the unexpected halt nearly caused a fall. Described the incident as a planned attempt to discredit his presence. During his address, his teleprompter went out, causing him to speak more spontaneously. He further claimed that sound system failures prevented several audience members—including his wife—from hearing him.
Trump claimed on social media that the technical breakdowns were intentional. He requested a complete Secret Service probe into sabotage. He demanded accountability and threatened diplomatic scrutiny in a strong manner.
The U.N. quickly responded to these charges by explaining the escalator stoppage differently. A U.S. delegation videographer accidentally activated a built-in safety device while on the escalator, according to spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric. He said that the technology stops motion if items or people could be caught. U.N. officials stressed that the White House runs the teleprompter. U.N. sources said delegates receive translations via earpieces and sound systems are working.
In diplomatic and political circles, this technical error dispute highlights Trump’s confrontational approach and the U.N.’s procedural neutrality. The president blamed mechanical problems on institutional incompetence and called the global body useless. He also blamed the faults on U.N. antagonism to his objectives.
Large international venues often experience technical challenges like escalator stoppages or machine malfunctions, especially when cost is limited or maintenance is delayed. In recent months, the U.N. has turned off escalators and elevators due to budget cuts. Trump believes the timing and convergence of failures support his conspiracy theory.
Both sides face public relations issues from the deadlock. Trump’s charges are scrutinized for both technical and motivational reasons. Many diplomats will now be watching the executive’s next move, making it difficult for the U.N. to reply strongly without escalating the situation.
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